The fashion industry is a product of modern times, and the industry is made up of several types of businesses, including stores, design suppliers, and sales companies. The Indian fashion industry can continue to grow and expand its appeal. The fashion industry is warming up to the current extent of sustainability.

According to the India Brand Equity Foundation (IBEF), India’s garment and textile industry contributed 2.3% to India’s GDP, 13% to industrial production and 12% to export earnings. .

PERIMETER IN INDIA

In a few years, the Indian fashion sector is expected to reach 400 million dollars, with an annual growth rate of more than 10%. India is the world’s second largest exporter of textiles and clothing.

Nowadays, there are countless opportunities in the fashion industry, as countless jobs with lucrative salaries are available for creative minds.

With so much effervescence and competitiveness, the fashion industry profession continues to increase in scope and potential. Fashion design, clothing research and manufacturing, and textile design are the most popular job fields in the fashion industry.

TYPE OF EMPLOYMENT

Choosing a profession in fashion design is a common choice among varied individuals all over the world. It is one of the most rewarding career paths available in the world, especially in India.

In the fashion industry, many types of jobs are accessible. We can work as

• Fashion designer
• Graphic designer
• Fashion public relations specialist,
• creative director
• product developer
• UX designers
• textile designer
• Buyer Retailer
• Retail Manager
• fashion stylist
• Fashion merchandiser.

ROLE AND SALARY

1. FASHION DESIGNERS

If you’re good at what you do and unquestionably relevant, you can make a lot of money. Fashion design involves the production of unique models of clothing and accessories to meet the fashion demands of people with changing trends. Fashion design covers a broader area of ​​design which also includes jewelry, shoes, accessories, luggage, and other products.

The starting salary of a fashion designer varies depending on the place of work and reputation, but on average, a fashion designer earns between Rs 3 and Rs 6 lakh per year as a starting salary.

2. FASHION STYLIST

This aspect of a fashion industry professional’s job includes maintaining the appearance and elegance of fashion shows, events, publication shoots, and other similar promotional initiatives related to the fashion. They pay attention to makeup, clothing, and hair styling to ensure the show and current cast members look their best. The starting salary is around Rs 4 to Rs 5 lakh and after getting it, the year’s experience is between Rs 8 and Rs 7 lakh.

3. FASHION GOODS

They study the historical buying patterns of their customers to choose which products to supply to a business. Fashion designers typically work with management to create revenue-generating budgets and products. The starting salary of a Fashion Merchandiser is Rs 3 to Rs 5 lakh per year. After gaining experience, one can earn upwards of Rs 8 to Rs 9 lakh per year.

4. RETAIL MANAGER

A store manager is responsible for a variety of responsibilities, including setting sales targets and promoting items. One of his main responsibilities is to provide the highest level of customer satisfaction possible. The duties and responsibilities of retail managers in the fashion industry are the same as they are everywhere. The start is around Rs 3 to Rs 5 lakhs and after working for years, the income will be Rs 10 to Rs 12 lakhs.

5. TEXTILE DESIGNER

Textile designers are in high demand in textile and fashion design studios. Their work determines the innate quality of the product, its composition and its fitness for purpose in general. This field provides an initial salary of over Rs 4.5 lakh per year and increases as experience increases.

6. FASHION PR SPECIALIST

Public relations professionals who work for clothing companies help build and maintain a good brand image. They collaborate with marketing experts to create events that increase brand and product awareness among consumers. In addition, the public relations professional is responsible for writing press releases and answering questions from the media.
The starting salary is expected to be Rs 5 to Rs 6 lakh per year.

7. UX DESIGNERS

As we all move towards digitalization, so does the fast fashion industry. Digital design is also the future of the fashion industry. One who can have a good command of fashion and technology should then choose UX design as their career path. In today’s scenario, digital designers are in high demand. UX designers focus on the usability and functionality of digital design.

The starting salary is expected to be Rs 4 to Rs 5 lakh per year.

8. PRODUCT DEVELOPERS

From design concept to production completion, product developers manage the apparel process. They are the apparel company’s primary contact with the manufacturer and are responsible for selecting the best factories for each product. Budget and schedule agreements for manufacturing are managed by the product developer.

The starting salary is expected to be Rs 5 to Rs 6 lakh per year.

9. GRAPHIC DESIGNERS

Individual graphics printed on clothing and other merchandise are created by graphic designers using a combination of hand sketching and computer-aided design. Graphic designers have a keen sense of color and design harmony, which they use to create aesthetically appealing visuals.

The starting salary is expected to be Rs 2 to Rs 4 lakh per year.

10. RETAIL BUYER

Retail buyers choose the variety of products available for customers to browse in retail stores or department stores. When deciding which products to offer, they assess market demands, current style trends, price, quality, and the buying habits of their customers.

The starting salary is expected to be Rs 5 to Rs 6 lakh per year.

11. CREATIVE DIRECTOR

Creative directors are responsible for deciding on the overall concept, color palette and style of a clothing season. They can work for a fashion company or a fashion publication. A apparel creative director conducts trend research and analyzes high-level sales data to identify trends and styles that are most likely to be purchased by their customers.

The starting salary is expected to be Rs 5 to Rs 6 lakh per year.

The article is written by Vatsal Agarwal, Associate Dean, Executive Affairs, The Design Village.